IT Manager, Internal Controls

Job Description:

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned and collaborative IT Manager, Internal Controls, to lead the development and continual improvement of IT controls over financial reporting. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining SOX compliance, strengthening the integrity of our IT systems, and ensuring audit readiness across the organization.

This is a high-impact role, ideally suited for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about building best-in-class compliance processes. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across IT, finance, and compliance to identify risks, implement effective controls, and navigate regulatory requirements with confidence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the full lifecycle of IT SOX compliance: risk assessments, control scoping, testing, remediation, and reporting.
• Partner with internal teams and external auditors to coordinate walkthroughs and testing activities.
• Evaluate and optimize IT General Controls (ITGCs), automated controls, and system interfaces—especially across platforms like NetSuite and Workday.
• Provide strategic guidance on compliance, system implementations, and control environment changes.
• Oversee SOC report reviews, IPE (Information Provided by the Entity) testing, and ensure ongoing audit readiness.
• Maintain up-to-date control documentation, including narratives and flowcharts.
• Align with business and IT leaders on system and process changes that impact controls.
• Design and improve testing strategies for ITGCs, automated controls, and IPE.
• Stay current on cybersecurity regulations, SOX updates, and IT compliance trends.
• Deliver training and support to control owners, promoting a culture of compliance across the organization.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in IT compliance, IT audit, or SOX, with a focus on ITGCs.
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Solid experience designing, evaluating, and testing IT controls.
• Strong understanding of SOX 404, COSO, COBIT, IT security standards, and risk management best practices.
• Knowledge of access controls, change management, data integrity, and SDLC.
• Experience working directly with internal and external auditors.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS) or certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA.
• Experience in a publicly traded company or Big Four consulting firm.
• Familiarity with GRC tools and cloud-based compliance environments.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and enhance control maturity.

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